Visit Us
Learn more about how to get here, our hours, admission costs and everything else you need to know about the Wildlife Center.
Animal Clinic Fundraiser
Help us reach our $5 Million goal for a much needed new building.
Visit Us
Learn more about how to get here, our hours, admission costs and everything else you need to know about the Wildlife Center.
Animal Clinic Fundraiser
Help us reach our $5 Million goal for a much needed new building.
Book a Tour
AWCC offers up-close and personal experiences. Book early and enjoy Moose Encounters, Bear Encounters, and Walk on the Wild Side Tours.
Meet the Locals
Get to know all the animals at the Wildlife Center
Book a Tour
AWCC offers up-close and personal experiences. Book early and enjoy Moose Encounters, Bear Encounters, and Walk on the Wild Side Tours.
Meet the Locals
Get to know all the animals at the Wildlife Center
The Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center is a sanctuary dedicated to preserving Alaska’s wildlife through conservation, education, research, and quality animal care.
AWCC takes in injured and orphaned animals year-round and provides them with spacious enclosures and quality animal care. Most of the animals that arrive at the AWCC become permanent residents and will always have a home here.
Read the Latest News from AWCC
Portage Christmas Bird Count Recap!
The Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center was excited to sponsor the Portage Circle of the National Audubon Society’s Christmas Bird Count on December 22nd, 2025! What is the Christmas Bird Count? The Christmas Bird Count started in 1900, making it one of the...
Alaska’s Most Persistent Summer Residents: A Love Letter to Mosquitoes
When people imagine Alaska, they picture glaciers, grizzly bears, and mountains glowing under the midnight sun. They do not picture being emotionally defeated by an insect the size of a small sunflower seed. And yet, here we are. Welcome to the wonderful world of...
Alaska Beluga Monitoring Opportunities!
You all know how much we love our Cook Inlet Beluga Whales — and we’re so excited to share that love (and the chance to make a real difference!) with all of you. The Alaska Beluga Monitoring Program (AKBMP) has officially announced their Spring 2026 beluga monitoring...
